04/08/2025
New TRICARE Drive Time Waiver Policy Makes it Easier To Keep Your Primary Care Manager if You Move
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 8, 2025 - Are you moving to a new home? Is it more than a 30-minute drive from your primary care manager? If so, TRICARE is making it simpler to keep your TRICARE Prime coverage. Now, most families who live more than 30 minutes but less than 100 miles from their PCM can continue seeing them without taking action.
04/07/2025
DoD Improves Process for Former Military Members Hired to Non-foreign OCONUS Civilian Positions
ALEXANDRIA, VA, April 7, 2025 - An update to the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) has reduced travel burdens for former Service members and will save tax dollars on relocation expenses. As of March 12, 2025, a Service member separating or retiring from their military service in a non-foreign location outside of the United States (OCONUS) and appointed to a civilian position at that same location, may negotiate a service agreement. This update allows Service members retiring or separating in places such as Guam or Hawaii to be granted permanent change of station allowances (and may maintain their military return rights) until their employment in the civilian role has ended.
04/03/2025
Q&A: Your TRICARE Catastrophic Cap
FALLS CHURCH, VA, April 3, 2025 - How many times will you see a medical provider this year? Will your family member need to get urgent care or see a specialist? You can’t always predict your family’s healthcare needs. But you can know the most you could have to pay for TRICARE covered services. TRICARE calls this your catastrophic cap.
03/27/2025
Live in the West Region? Submit Payments to TriWest by April 30 To Avoid Disenrollment – Plus, Referral Approval Waiver Extended to April 30
FALLS CHURCH, VA, March 27, 2025 - IMPORTANT: Do you currently live in the West Region? Or, do you live in one of the six states (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) that moved to the West Region on Jan. 1 as part of TRICARE’s new regional contracts?
03/26/2025
Having a Baby in 2025? Here’s How TRICARE Covers Maternity Services
FALLS CHURCH, VA, March 26, 2025 - Are you expecting a baby in 2025? TRICARE covers many services to help you through pregnancy, childbirth, and after your baby is born. Prenatal and postpartum care helps keep both you and your baby healthy by catching any problems early—and, recent updates to the Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration now bring more support options to families worldwide.
03/20/2025
Unlock Your Health With These TRICARE For Life Basics
FALLS CHURCH, VA, March 20, 2025 - As you age, it’s important to think about your future health needs. If you’re eligible for Medicare at age 65, TRICARE has you covered if you take the appropriate steps. Once you actively have Medicare Part A and Part B, you’re automatically enrolled in TRICARE For Life. TFL coverage allows you to get the care you need while minimizing out-of-pocket expenses.